Kaonashi and Protest The Hero

Kaonashi is a Philadelphia, PA band formed in 2012, known for their genre-bending blend of metalcore, hardcore, mathcore, post-hardcore, and progressive metal. Their emotionally intense music often weaves a compelling narrative, notably the "Lemon House saga." Albums include "I Want To Go Home." (2025), "Dear Lemon House, You Ruined Me: Senior Year" (2021), and EPs like "The 3 Faces of Beauty" (2024). Popular songs include "I Hate the Sound of Car Keys" and "When I Say." They have collaborated with artists such as Anthony Green.

Protest the Hero, from Whitby, Ontario, blends technical metal and post-hardcore. Known for albums like *Kezia* and *Fortress*, they’ve toured with Korn and Sum 41, and won Best Indie Metal Band at the 2004 Indie Music Awards. Their critically acclaimed works feature collaborations and lineup changes, notably with producer Cameron McLellan.